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Prime Minister's Office
Mr. Goh Chok Tong, Emeritus Senior Minister of Singapore calls on PM
Mr. Goh Chok Tong, Emeritus Senior Minister of Singapore, called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi today.
The Prime Minister warmly recalled their long association, and congratulated Mr. Goh Chok Tong on assuming charge as the Chairman of the Governing Board of Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy earlier this year.
The Prime Minister welcomed the momentum imparted by the exchange of several high-level visits between India and Singapore in recent years, and appreciated the strengthening of the bilateral relationship in all sectors, including Trade & Investment, Connectivity, and Defence & Security.
The Prime Minister said that Singapore has a special place in India’s Act East Policy, built on the foundation of strong India-ASEAN relationship. The Prime Minister credited Mr. Goh Chok Tong as an early and strong votary of ASEAN’s engagement with India.
The two leaders also discussed regional and global issues of mutual interest.
Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
Open Forum kicks off at IFFI : Days of discussions to follow
The Open Forum has been a regular edition at the International Film Festival of India for the past 31 years. The 2019 edition of the Open Forum organised by the Federation of the Film Societies of India opened with the pertinent topic: Focus on IFFI @50: Flash Back and Moving Forward.
The session was inaugurated by Chaitanya Prasad, Festival Director, ADG, Directorate of Film Festival , Kiran Shantaram, President, Federation of Film Societies of India, AK Bir, Filmmaker and Chairman of Technical Committee, IFFI 2019, Alexey Govorukhin, Executive Producer, Kinoreporter Magazine, Russia and Marianne Borgo, actress from France.
In his opening remarks Prakash Reddy, Convener of the Open Forum, spoke about the history of the Federation over the years. The society was started in 1959 by India’s great Satyajit Ray and includes more than 350 film societies. He said that Open Forum was started as an ‘experiment’ in 1988 and it has been a regular event since then.
“It is a common ground for filmmakers to interact with fellow film makers, researchers and encourages writers to release their books,” he said.
Shantaram in his opening remarks expressed that the Open Forum is a platform to create new audience. He also requested the DFF to extend the number of days of the Open Forum to seven instead of three.
Festival Director, Chaitanya Prasad appreciated the work done by the Open Forum and called it one of the ‘key value additions of the 50th edition.’ “It floats new ideas, new concepts for cinema to move ahead. It’s a forum that has a tradition and legacy for itself. It is one of the leading lights as far as IFFI is concerned.” he added.
Alexey thanked the Government of India and the DFF for the opportunity to showcase films from Russia. Highlighting the co-production in place between Russia and India. “The Government will offer 40 percent rebate for films shot there,” he mentioned.
Adding further information about the Russian industry he stated that there are 15 Film Commissions that can assist in finding partners, help foreign film makers to make films in Russia. The country makes 150 big screen movies a year.
On the special effects used in Abigail, one of the movies in the Russian Focus this year, he said the country was well-equipped to produce CGI films and has all the facilities for film making. They are also trying to involve foreign talents in Russian movies to spread Russian movies across the world. “We welcome Indian talents to participate in Russian movies as well,” he said.
Marianne Borgo, who has been a regular at IFFI for the past 10 years has observed its growth for the good. “I’m thankful to India and we love Indian movies and we can build more bridges between India, France and Russia.” He said on a concluding note.
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Ministry of Development of North-East Region
Success Story of Women Self Help Group  Federation, Bordumsa, Changlang, Arunachal Pradesh under the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region
Jasmine SHG Federation, Bordumsa, Changlang, Arunachal Pradesh was formed in 2018 under NERCORMP Project. There are total 16 SHGs in Jasmine SHG Federation. In 2019, the federation received Rs.193,939/- as a revolving fund from the project. With this amount, they started floriculture as an Income Generation Activities  as there are no nurseries in their locality.
Besides, floriculture, Areca nut nursery is also part of their IGA. Every SHG members are contributing their best for the improvement and growth of their small scale business. In a short span of time, by displaying their nursery in local events, this nursery is well-liked in their locality. Customers started coming from different parts to buy nursery items and plants.
The SHG Federation got opportunity to take part in displaying their nursery items in the various events viz, Arunachal Pradesh Statehood Day, Rural Haat, Festivals, and Exhibitions. Etc as a market linkage.Currently, the SHG Federation members are greatlycontent on their initiative  as their Income Generation Activities  with the profit from their small investment they started improving this activity by adding more variety of species. This initiative it’s like a second skin that brings cheers as lucrative livelihood option to the SHGs.
Ministry of Law and Justice
Draft New Delhi International Arbitration Centre  Rules issued for public consultation
The New Delhi International Arbitration Centre , Act 2019 was enacted with a view to provide for the establishment and incorporation of the New Delhi International Arbitration Centre for the purpose of creating an independent and autonomous regime for institutionalised arbitration and to make it a hub for institutional arbitration and to declare the New Delhi International Arbitration Centre to be an institution of national importance. The Act replaced the ordinance on the subject which had come into force on 2nd March, 2019.
As per section 5 of the Act, NDIAC will be headed by a Chairperson, who has been a Judge of the Supreme Court or a Judge of a High Court or an eminent person, having special knowledge and experience in the conduct or administration of arbitration, law or management, to be appointed by the Central Government in consultation with the Chief Justice of India. Besides, it will also have two Full-time or Part-time Members from amongst eminent persons having substantial knowledge and experience in institutional arbitration, both domestic and international. In addition, one representative of a recognized body of commerce and industry shall be nominated on rotational basis as a Part-time Member. The Secretary, Department of Legal Affairs, Ministry of Law & Justice; Financial Adviser nominated by Department of Expenditure, Ministry of Finance and Chief Executive Officer, NDIAC will be ex-officio Members.
Section 23 of the Act provides for the Secretariat to the Centre inter-alia comprising Registrar, Counsel and other officers & employees etc.
In this regard, the Department of Legal Affairs has prepared the following draft Rules:
- The New Delhi International Arbitration Centre  Rules 2020.
- The New Delhi International Arbitration Centre  Rules 2020.
- The New Delhi International Arbitration Centre  Rules 2020.
- The New Delhi International Arbitration Centre  Rules 2020.
The Government intends to consult all stakeholders in the process. A copy of the aforesaid draft Rules have been uploaded on the website of the department of Legal Affairs . Accordingly, DoLA has commenced public consultation on the draft rules with the timeline of submission of comments by 14th March, 2020.
Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions
Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh addresses the 76th Annual Conference of Association of Physicians of India  as Chief Guest
Dr Jitendra Singh hails Indian physician's contribution to 'AtmaNirbhar Bharat'.
Union Minister of State  Development of North Eastern Region , MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh has hailed Indian Physician's contribution to “AtmaNirbhar Bharat” and said, while COVID pandemic offered an opportunity in adversity, the Indian Medical fraternity took a lead in proving to the world that India could not only be self-reliant but could also offer reliance to other nations.
Dr Jitendra Singh had a special word of appreciation for the young physicians, particularly young Resident Doctors, who had earned the distinction of being lauded as Corona Warriors and helped India emerge victorious against all odds even when several countries with lesser populations were struggling with the challenges of pandemic. While India, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, was among the first in the world to come out with COVID vaccine, it is now also providing the same vaccine to other countries, he said.
Addressing the 76th Annual Conference of Association of Physicians of India , which is being held virtually this year in the wake of the pandemic constraints, Dr Jitendra Singh, who was chief guest on the occasion, recalled that the first API conference attended by him was probably the 38th Annual Conference of Association of Physicians of India at Kathmandu and after that he did not miss any API conference till he got preoccupied with pressing government assignments after 2014. He also fondly recalled that he had had the opportunity of regularly every year contributing a chapter in the API Textbook of Medicine edited by different stalwarts of Medicine from time to time.
Over the years, said Dr Jitendra Singh, API has come of age and many from our generation have also grown of age but, he said, he had the satisfaction to note that most of us, who had been active in API, diligently and sincerely tried our best to live up to the legacy inherited by us from the founding fathers of API who were among the iconic figures in the annals of Medicine in the post-independence India.
Referring to the theme of this year's API conference “Engaging Minds : Empowering Medicine”, Dr. Jitendra Singh said, the theme is appropriate to the time at which this conference is being held. The Indian Physicians, he said, have taught the world the art of engaging minds without physical engagement and fighting the real virus through sometimes virtual and sometimes non-virtual means.
Dr. S. M. Sapatnekar and Dr. Y. P. Munjal were the Guests of Honour on the occasion. Others who spoke on the occasion were Organising Chairman Dr.Siddharth N. Shah and Organising Secretary, Dr.Shashank R. Joshi. The Vote of Thanks was presented by Joint Organising Secretary Dr.AngamVora.
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Ministry of Commerce & Industry
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Export of total number of automobiles increased from 41,34,047 in 2020-21 to 56,17,246 in 2021-22, registering a positive growth of 35.9%
Export of total number of automobiles increased from 41,34,047 in 2020-21 to 56,17,246 in 2021-22, registering a positive growth of 35.9%. Out of this, export of Passenger vehicles including cars increased from 4,04,397 in 2020-21 to 5,77,875 in 2021-22, registering a positive growth of 42.9%, Minister of State in the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Smt. Anupriya Patel said in reply to a parliamentary question today.
India’s export of automobiles including cars during the last three years and current year are given below:
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 Category
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2019-20
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2020-21
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2021-22
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Passenger Cars
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4,75,801
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2,64,907
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3,74,986
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Utility Vehicles
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1,83,468
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1,37,842
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2,01,036
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Vans
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2,849
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1,648
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1,853
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Total Passenger Vehicles
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6,62,118
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4,04,397
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5,77,875
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M&HCVs
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22,333
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17,548
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32,181
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LCVs
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38,046
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32,786
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60,116
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Total Commercial Vehicles
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60,379
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50,334
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92,297
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Three Wheelers
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5,01,651
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3,93,001
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4,99,730
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Scooters
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3,69,998
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2,32,020
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3,50,330
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Motorcycles
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31,35,548
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30,42,453
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40,82,442
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Mopeds
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13,859
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8,313
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10,246
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Total Two Wheelers
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35,19,405
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32,82,786
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44,43,018
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Quadricycle
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5,185
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3,529
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4,326
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Grand Total
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47,48,738
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41,34,047
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56,17,246

Government of India has been taking various proactive measures to boost export of automobiles, which include:
 Foreign Trade Policy  has been extended upto 31-03-2023 in view of the Covid-19 pandemic situation.
 Various schemes like Advance Authorisation, Export Promotion Capital Goods Scheme, Remission of Duties and Taxes on Export Products  etc have been provided.
 Active role of Indian Missions abroad towards promoting India’s exports have been enhanced and access to NIRYAT portal for export monitoring has been provided.
 RBI has decided to set up additional arrangement for invoicing, payment, and trade settlement in Indian Rupees.
 Government of India has recently signed Free Trade Agreements  including trade agreements with UAE and Australia to get favourable market access for the automobile industry among others.
 Government of India has approved Production Linked Incentive  Scheme for Automobile and Auto Component Industry with budgetary outlay of Rs 25,938 crore over the period of five years.
 Government has notified various regulations from time to time to harmonize Indian motor vehicle standards with global standards.
This information has been provided by Minister of State in the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Smt. Anupriya Patel said in reply to a parliamentary question today.
Ministry of External Affairs
Cabinet approves MoU between India and Norway on India-Norway Ocean Dialogue
The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved the Memorandum of Understanding  between India and Norway on India-Norway Ocean Dialogue.
Benefits:
The MoU will promote cooperation in the areas of mutual interest pertaining to the development of blue economy. Norway is a global leader in the area of Blue Economy and has cutting-edge technologies and expertise in areas such as fisheries, hydrocarbons, renewable energy, sustainable harnessing of ocean resources and maritime transport. The proposed MoU will contribute to create opportunities for collaboration in areas such as exploitation of hydrocarbons and other marine resources, as well as management of ports and tourism development for the mutual benefit of all stakeholders within the framework of the Joint Task Force . It will contribute to the objective of Food Security through infusion of new technologies in fisheries and aquaculture. It will further offer a platform for businesses in both countries to execute profitable ventures. Scientists and researchers may collaborate on studying ocean ecosystem also in the context of the Arctic region.
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Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
India crosses a significant milestone in the journey towards Universal Health Coverage - 1,50,000 Ayushman Bharat Health and Wellness Centres operationalized
More than 86.90 crore screened for non-communicable diseases
More than 8.5 crore teleconsultations and more than 1.60 crore wellness sessions conducted at AB-HWCs
Expansion in diagnostics services and essential medicines provided
In a significant achievement demonstrating strengthening of the country’s health infrastructure, India has surpassed a notable landmark- 150,000 Ayushman Bharat Health and Wellness Centres  have been operationalised before 31st December. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji applauded the efforts of the nation in accomplishing this feat before the set deadline and commended that these centers will serve to provide citizens all across the nation to easily access and avail primary healthcare facilities.
Dr Mansukh Mandaviya Union Health and Family Welfare Minister congratulated the nation on this achievement and expressed his joy stating that India had successfully achieved the goal it had set out to do. Translating Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji’s vision into reality, the collected and collaborative efforts of States / UTs and Central Government have catapulted India into a global model for assured comprehensive primary health care services.
Fulfilling the principles of “Antyodaya”- leaving no one behind, 150,000 Ayushman Bharat Health and Wellness Centres  are transforming the delivery of comprehensive primary health care services which are universally free and cater to all age groups from birth to death, through a continuum of care approach. Ensuring the reach of healthcare services to the innermost regions of the nation through various initiatives, AB-HWCs have surpassed 8.5 teleconsultations via e-Sanjeevni, where nearly 4 lakh teleconsultations take place on a daily basis.
More than 86.90 crore beneficiaries have been cumulatively screened for non-communicable diseases which include 29.95 Crore for Hypertension, 25.56 Crore for Diabetes, 17.44 Crore for Oral cancer, 8.27 Crore for Breast Cancer and 5.66 Crore for Cervical Cancer.
In light of expansion of AB-HWCs, the number of essential medicines has increased to 172 at Primary Health Centres – Health Wellness Centres  and 105 at Sub Health Centres – Health Wellness Centres  and essential diagnostics have also expanded to 63 at PHC-HWC and 14 at SHC-HWC. AB-HWCs also encompass wellness sessions on Yoga, Zumba, cyclathons, walkathons, and provide guidelines on diet, physical activity, positive parenting, tobacco, alcohol cessation among other aspects to imbibe a mindset for community well-being.
Till date, more than 1.60 crore wellness sessions have been conducted at these centres.
Additionally, AB-HWCs have also operationalized 2-3 centers in urban sphere under the umbrella of Urban Primary Health Centre-Health and Wellness Centre , strengthening outpatient care, and covering a population of 15,000 to 20,000.
Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions
ACC approvals
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet  has approved the following:
1. The ACC has approved the appointment of Shri Nripendra Misra, IAS  as Principal Secretary to Prime Minister with effect from 31st May, 2019. His appointment will be co-terminus with the term of the Prime Minister or until further orders, whichever is earlier. During the term of his office, he will be assigned the rank of Cabinet Minister in the Table of Precedence.
2. The ACC has approved the appointment of Dr. P.K. Mishra, IAS  as Additional Principal Secretary to Prime Minister with effect from 31st May, 2019. His appointment will be co-terminus with the term of the Prime Minister or until further orders, whichever is earlier. During the term of his office, he will be assigned the rank of Cabinet Minister in the Table of Precedence.
3. The ACC has approved the continuation of Dr. I V Subba Rao, IAS   as Secretary to the Vice President of India on contract basis, in the rank and pay of Secretary, Government of India, on co-terminus basis with the tenure of the Vice-President or until further orders, whichever is earlier.
Competition Commission of India
CCI approves acquisition of Indo Gulf Fertilisers by Indorama India Private Limited.
The Competition Commission of India  approves acquisition of Indo Gulf Fertilisers by Indorama India Private Limited  under Section 31 of the Competition Act, 2002, today.
The proposed combination relates to the acquisition by IIPL of Indo Gulf Fertilizers  viz. fertiliser division of Grasim Industries Limited , as a going concern on a slump sale basis.
IIPL is principally engaged in manufacture, trading and sale of fertilisers, primarily, phosphatic fertilisers and speciality plant nutrients.
GIL is engaged in production of viscose staple fibre, chloralkali, fertiliser , textiles and insulators. It is also engaged in producing cement and providing financial services through its subsidiaries.
The Target Business is principally engaged in manufacture, trade and sale of urea, customised fertilisers, agri-inputs, crop protection, plant and soil health products and specialty fertilizers.
Detailed order of the CCI will follow.
Prime Minister's Office
PM’s interaction through PRAGATI
PM’s interaction through PRAGATI
(The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today chaired his twentieth interaction through PRAGATI - the ICT-based, multi-modal platform for Pro-Active Governance and Timely Implementation.
The Prime Minister began the meeting with a review of the situation arising out of flood and other natural calamities in the North-Eastern States. He assured the States of all possible help from the Centre.
The Prime Minister urged all Chief Secretaries to work expeditiously towards ensuring that all traders register under the GST regime, and this task is completed before August 15th.
The Prime Minister reviewed the progress towards handling and resolution of grievances related to CPWD, and Directorate of Estates. He asked the Ministry of Urban Development to proactively monitor the same, with sensitivity. He urged CPWD to encourage all vendors to come aboard the Government e-Marketplace  platform.
The Prime Minister reviewed the progress of vital and long-pending infrastructure projects in the railway, road and petroleum sectors, spread over several states including Maharashtra, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Odisha, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, and Arunachal Pradesh. The projects reviewed today, include the Chennai Beach-Korukkupet third line and the Chennai Beach-Attippattu fourth line; the Howrah-Amta-Champadanga new Broad Gauge line; and four-laning of Varanasi bypass; four-laning of Muzaffarnagar-Haridwar section of NH-58. Noting that several of the projects reviewed today have been pending for decades, and in one case, over four decades, the Prime Minister urged all Chief Secretaries to take all possible steps to avoid delays, and resulting cost escalations. He emphasized on speedy implementation of such infrastructure projects.
The Prime Minister reviewed the progress of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana . He urged the concerned departments to accelerate the adoption of new construction technologies at the earliest.